Michigan’s approach to regulating vaping products, including e-cigarettes, vape pens, and e-liquids, presents a complex and evolving legal landscape. The state has implemented a series of laws under its Youth Tobacco Act, most recently amended by Public Act 167 of 2022, to address public health concerns, particularly the prevention of youth access to nicotine. Unlike some states with sweeping prohibitions, Michigan’s framework is characterized by strict age controls, significant new taxation policies, and a notable distinction between statewide and local regulations on public use.
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Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s latest proposal to tax e-cigarettes in Michigan could result in a sweeping ban on most vaping products, as the plan would prohibit the sale of any items not authorized by the FDA. The proposed tax, which aims to curb usage and protect public health, would extend the state’s 32% wholesale tax on tobacco products to e-cigarettes and other nicotine delivery devices starting April 1, 2025.
Read moreThe Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) has announced a voluntary recall of multiple THC vape cartridges after discovering they contain Medium Chain Triglyceride (MCT) oil, a substance that can potentially cause lung damage when inhaled. The affected products include BLOOM Classic, BLOOM Live, and Platinum Vape brand cartridges sold in dispensaries across the state.
Read moreMichigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has proposed a new 32% wholesale tax on nicotine products, including e-cigarettes and oral nicotine pouches. The tax would align these products with existing levies on most tobacco items, closing what state officials call a “loophole” in current regulations. The move aims to reduce nicotine consumption, particularly among youth, while generating $57 million annually for public health initiatives.
Read moreA new study from the University of Michigan has shed light on the primary reasons why teenagers engage in vaping. The study, titled “Reasons for Vaping Among U.S. Adolescents,” analyzed data from in-school surveys of U.S. students in eighth, tenth, and 12th grades, revealing a complex mix of factors driving the vaping trend.
Read moreA series of Michigan Senate bills introduced this month threatens to eliminate access to flavored vapes while making remaining products unaffordable via enormous taxes. Anti-vaping groups back the legislation which public health advocates argue will harm rather than protect citizens. Read more